Hematuria (Blood in Urine)

Hematuria, or blood in the urine, is a condition that occurs when the kidneys or other parts of the urinary tract let blood cells leak into urine. Blood in urine is not always visible to the naked eye and must sometimes be diagnosed by a urinalysis.

Hematuria can be caused by:

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)

• Kidney infection

• A bladder or kidney stone

• Kidney disease

• Cancer

• Inherited illnesses

• Kidney injury

• Medication

• Hard exercise

How is hematuria diagnosed and treated?

Tests to determine the cause of hematuria include:

• Urine culture

• Cystoscopy exam

• Biopsy

• Blood tests

• Physical exam

Treatment for hematuria depends on the underlying medical condition. It can include:

• Antibiotics

• Using sound waves to break up bladder or kidney stones

Speak with your doctor if you are experiencing hematuria for diagnosis and treatment options.